Policy 2656 – Student Cell Phone Usage

(Adopted – August 20, 2008)

Developments in cell phone technology in recent years have resulted in enhanced communication opportunities. However, the use of cell phones in schools poses increasing risks of school disruptions, bullying, criminal activity, and academic dishonesty. As a result, beginning with the 2008-09 school year, student cell phones, digital cameras and similar electronic devices will be banned during the instructional day, as well as, in dressing areas during extracurricular activities. Violations of this policy will result in consequences as outlined in the student handbooks.

Parents may apply to the building principal to obtain a hardship exception. In such cases, the student’s cell phone must be retained in the principal’s office. Students granted a hardship may visit the office to use their cell phone for approved purposes. Telephones are also available in school offices for parents to contact their student for legitimate reasons.